Project Administrator
Organizational Context
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) promotes inclusive and sustainable industrial development in Member States, aligning with the 2030 Agenda and SDG-9. The Directorate of Global Partnerships and External Relations (GLO) manages UNIDO's external relations, including donor interactions and field office oversight. The Division of Regional Bureaus and Field Offices (GLO/RFO) coordinates field representation and ensures UNIDO services meet Member State needs, developing regional strategies and country programmes. This position is within the Regional Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), focusing on regional strategies and UNIDO service delivery.
Job Purpose
To support the implementation of a regional project in the LAC region aimed at advancing industrial transformation and regional integration. The project seeks to intensify UNIDO's engagement with Member States, accelerate Inclusive and Sustainable Industrial Development (ISID), and strengthen UNIDO's role as a partner for industrial transformation.
Responsibilities
Support the operationalization of the South-South and Triangular Cooperation Mechanism (SSTCM) by administering proposals, facilitating matchmaking, and monitoring implementation. Provide technical and logistical support for SSTCM activities, including drafting project documents and reports. Undertake project management tasks such as budget monitoring and processing procurement requests. Maintain and expand the Regional Network of National Focal Points, organizing meetings and facilitating knowledge exchange. Support the monitoring and implementation of the Regional Programme, providing administrative support and maintaining records. Assist with resource mobilization efforts, donor mapping, and identifying funding opportunities. Provide support for LAC Bureau initiatives, including conferences and meetings, and act as the Bureau's internal Gender Focal Point.
Work Experience
Minimum of three years of work experience in project management and external relations. Proven ability to research and analyze information. Experience supporting the implementation and monitoring of development cooperation projects and exposure to developing country contexts are desirable.
Skills
Project administration, proposal management, stakeholder engagement, reporting, budget monitoring, procurement processes, network maintenance, event organization, research and analysis, gender mainstreaming.